Meaning and Usage
The term 一身 (yìshēn) literally means "one body" and is commonly used to describe something encompassing the whole body or entirety of a person. It often appears in contexts describing physical states, clothing, or metaphorically to indicate a full set of skills or qualities.
Common Collocations
- 一身汗 (covered in sweat): used to describe someone sweating all over.
- 一身打扮 (dressed all over): refers to someone's complete outfit or style.
- 一身本领 (a full set of skills): metaphorically describing someone's comprehensive abilities.
Usage Notes
When using 一身 to describe physical conditions or clothing, it emphasizes the entirety or completeness covering the person. It can also be used figuratively to express possession of a complete set of skills or qualities. Avoid confusing 一身 with 一身子, which is less common and more colloquial.
Register and Tone
This term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is common in spoken and written Mandarin.
Meaning and Usage
The term 一身 (yìshēn) literally means "one body" and is commonly used to describe something encompassing the whole body or entirety of a person. It often appears in contexts describing physical states, clothing, or metaphorically to indicate a full set of skills or qualities.
Common Collocations
- 一身汗 (covered in sweat): used to describe someone sweating all over.
- 一身打扮 (dressed all over): refers to someone's complete outfit or style.
- 一身本领 (a full set of skills): metaphorically describing someone's comprehensive abilities.
Usage Notes
When using 一身 to describe physical conditions or clothing, it emphasizes the entirety or completeness covering the person. It can also be used figuratively to express possession of a complete set of skills or qualities. Avoid confusing 一身 with 一身子, which is less common and more colloquial.
Register and Tone
This term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is common in spoken and written Mandarin.
Meaning and Usage
The term 一身 (yìshēn) literally means "one body" and is commonly used to describe something encompassing the whole body or entirety of a person. It often appears in contexts describing physical states, clothing, or metaphorically to indicate a full set of skills or qualities.
Common Collocations
- 一身汗 (covered in sweat): used to describe someone sweating all over.
- 一身打扮 (dressed all over): refers to someone's complete outfit or style.
- 一身本领 (a full set of skills): metaphorically describing someone's comprehensive abilities.
Usage Notes
When using 一身 to describe physical conditions or clothing, it emphasizes the entirety or completeness covering the person. It can also be used figuratively to express possession of a complete set of skills or qualities. Avoid confusing 一身 with 一身子, which is less common and more colloquial.
Register and Tone
This term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is common in spoken and written Mandarin.